.Función: The System Chemistry Group at IMDEA Nanociencia is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to join our team. This position is part of a European project aimed at obtaining dissipative supramolecular polymer bundles by activating/deactivating monomers.Empresa: IMDEA NanocienciaNº de Plazas: 1Referencia: IMDEA-NANO_240911Publicada el: 11/9/2024Publicada hasta el: 25/09/2024Tipo de Contrato: Sin especificarDedicación: Sin especificarLocalidad: MadridProvincia: MadridDisponibilidad para viajar: Sin especificarNível Académico: DoctorTitulación Académica: Ingeniería Química (Titulación Universitaria)Áreas tecnológicas: T- QuímicaIdiomas: InglésNível Lectura: AltoNível Escrito: AltoNível Conversación: AltoOtros: This project will serve as an integrative platform to bring together so far disjoint concepts in Supramolecular Systems Chemistry and Swarm Robotics, to bring us closer to biological-like functions in fully artificial chemical systems.Responsibilities:Perform microfluidic experiments to quantify the dynamics of single fibers consisting of supramolecular polymers.Use fast X-Ray super-resolution microscopy techniques.Characterization of supramolecular polymers using techniques such as nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), mass spectrometry (MS) coupled with liquid or gas chromatography (LC-MS, and GC-MS), infrared spectrometry (IR), and elemental analysis (EA) and super-resolution imaging techniques.Lab-scale prototyping.Supervise PhD and MSc students.Work closely with the principal investigator and team members to maintain a high level of scientific productivity.Prepare, present, and report research results and publish scientific results in key peer-reviewed journals in due time.CANDIDATE PROFILE:PhD Degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Applied Physics, or related fields.Solid background in light-driven systems.Hands-on experience in lab-scale prototyping.A committed team player.A highly motivated and autonomous person dedicated to conducting high-quality research.Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.WHAT WE OFFER:We are offering a 2-year contract and advantageous professional development opportunities with the possibility of renewal based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds, and ongoing operational needs.Flexible working hours promoting work-life balance and self-organization.On-site work model with the option to telework.Full access to cutting-edge laboratory facilities and characterization platforms.The incorporation to a top research Centre in Europe that makes high quality research and impactful contributions to the energy and sustainability fields.Professional and personal development: opportunity to attend seminars, international conferences, training courses, etc.Integrated, enthusiastic, international and multidisciplinary environment
